FEEL CRETE'S HEARTBEAT

Wander bustling streets, explore ancient treasures, and taste authentic Mediterranean life.

SNEAK A PEEK AROUND

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Start each day beside Amoudara's golden sands and Crete's deep blue horizon. Watch the sea shimmer, feel the sand, and reach the island's highlights with ease. Enjoy a peaceful seaside setting just fifteen minutes from lively Heraklion. Experience the perfect blend of calm and connection.

Explore Crete from Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel, where adventure and relaxation meet by the sea. Stroll Ammoudara's golden beach and feel the waves sparkle beneath the Cretan sun. Swim, dive, or windsurf along the northern coast's clear blue waters. Head just 15 minutes to Heraklion's lively heart filled with cafés, shops, and history. Walk the old Venetian harbour and visit museums that tell stories of ancient Crete. Wander quiet villages, taste local wine, and watch sunsets fade into the Aegean. Enjoy Heraklion's warmth, and every golden moment blending energy with calm.

HERAKLION

Experience Crete's vibrant pulse in Heraklion, where history awakens in every charming street. Stroll lively markets filled with colour, sound, and bustling island energy. Admire old Venetian walls and visit museums that bring ancient Minoan stories to life. Taste local dishes in cozy cafés and charming, seaside tavernas. Feel the city's rhythm shift from seaside calm to streets brimming with life and culture. Celebrate a place where the past whispers and the present sparkles with Mediterranean warmth. Discover hidden streets, charming squares, and sunlit corners that capture Heraklion's unique spirit.

BEACHES

Step onto Ammoudara Beach, where the golden sand meets the sea beneath the bright Cretan sun. Dive into calm, turquoise waters at Agia Pelagia or hide away in Lygaria's quiet, sheltered cove. Feel the buzz at Malia, with music, water sports, and an endless beach scene. Slow things down at family-friendly Amnissos or peaceful Gournes, where soft sands meet shallow seas. Crave adventure? Hike to Agiofaraggo's dramatic cliffs or wander through Matala's legendary caves. From lively shores to hidden escapes, every beach near Heraklion promises pure summer energy.

SIGHTSEEING

Explore Heraklion's fascinating mix of ancient culture and coastal energy. Step through history at the Palace of Knossos and feel the stories of Minoan kings. Admire treasures at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Walk the Venetian walls, visit the Koules Fortress, and wander the picturesque old port. Take the family to the Cretaquarium, Planetarium, or Dinosauria for fun and discovery. Visit the Natural History and Historical Museums to uncover Crete's rich identity. End your day strolling café-lined streets, watching lights reflect on the sea. Feel the history all around as ancient walls and stories whisper through the city.

DESTINATION

Address

Atlantica Akti Zeus

1-3 Linoperamata, 71500 Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Tel +30 28103 78900
info.aktizeus@atlanticahotels.com

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HOW TO GET HERE

Reach Atlantica Akti Zeus Hotel easily from Heraklion International Airport or port, just a short drive away. Follow the scenic coastal road toward Ammoudara. Arrive where the Aegean horizon meets tranquil gardens and welcoming spaces waiting to greet every traveller.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

From late spring to early autumn, Crete glows under generous sunshine and calm seas. Warm days invite beach swims and outdoor dining, while early summer and September bring a gentler rhythm perfect for peaceful escapes and authentic island exploration.